Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Will Los Ratones make LEC Playoffs? In this episode of Power Spike, we break down one of the wildest weeks across global League of Legends—Los Ratones’ momentum shift, BLG’s alarming cracks, Sentinels’ rough LCS debut, KT’s historic throw vs T1, RED vs LOUD chaos in CBLOL, the LR vs Shifters “steal,” and the big question: who actually understands Season 16?
Key Points:
⦁ Los Ratones recover from a disastrous 0–4 start with regained confidence from Baus
⦁ Reddit drama and internal pressure highlight the stakes behind their turnaround
⦁ BLG’s drafts, execution, and perceived lack of hunger
⦁ Sentinels’ veteran roster gets exposed by DSG’s rookies
⦁ KT vs T1 showcases a 14k gold throw—one of the biggest in LCK history
⦁ RED Canids blow an 11.7k gold lead vs LOUD after multiple pauses and late-game collapses
⦁ LR vs Shifters sparks discussion on fundamentals vs creativity and how thin leads can be in Season 16
If you enjoy global League of Legends analysis, meta discussion, and high-level breakdowns, make sure to watch the full episode.
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Power Spike features hosts Adrian "Jamada" Wharlton-Thorne, Daniel "Dgon" Gonzales, and more in a segment-based talk show discussing global League of Legends.
Season 5 Episode 2 was filmed on January 27, 2026.
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0:00 Rat Tap (Los Ratones Comeback)
11:35 Fraud Alert (BLG & Sentinels)
36:12 Keep or Kick (KT T1, RED LOUD, LR SHFT)
51:41 HKLKNK (LCS Debut)
1:19:15 Galaxy Brain Club (Who figured out Season 16?)
#LeagueOfLegends #PowerSpike #LosRatones #LCS #LPL #LCK #CBLOL #BLG #Sentinels #T1 #LoLMeta
Will Los Ratones make LEC Playoffs? In this episode of Power Spike, we break down one of the wildest weeks across global League of Legends—Los Ratones’ momentum shift, BLG’s alarming cracks, Sentinels’ rough LCS debut, KT’s historic throw vs T1, RED vs LOUD chaos in CBLOL, the LR vs Shifters “steal,” and the big question: who actually understands Season 16?
Key Points:
⦁ Los Ratones recover from a disastrous 0–4 start with regained confidence from Baus
⦁ Reddit drama and internal pressure highlight the stakes behind their turnaround
⦁ BLG’s drafts, execution, and perceived lack of hunger
⦁ Sentinels’ veteran roster gets exposed by DSG’s rookies
⦁ KT vs T1 showcases a 14k gold throw—one of the biggest in LCK history
⦁ RED Canids blow an 11.7k gold lead vs LOUD after multiple pauses and late-game collapses
⦁ LR vs Shifters sparks discussion on fundamentals vs creativity and how thin leads can be in Season 16
If you enjoy global League of Legends analysis, meta discussion, and high-level breakdowns, make sure to watch the full episode.
Visit prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/POWERSPIKE and use code POWERSPIKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup!
Right now, DripDrop is offering podcast listeners 20% off your first order! Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code LFN.
Treat yourself to gear that looks good, feels good, and doesn’t break the bank with Fabletics! Go to Fabletics.com/POWERSPIKE and sign up as a VIP and get 80% off everything!
Power Spike features hosts Adrian "Jamada" Wharlton-Thorne, Daniel "Dgon" Gonzales, and more in a segment-based talk show discussing global League of Legends.
Season 5 Episode 2 was filmed on January 27, 2026.
Watch Power Spike on Spotify with video! open.spotify.com/show/3RVr3qsOBc2xymSn0Lge6y?si=64d0b3bae92e429b
Listen to Power Spike on these audio-only platforms:
Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/power-spike/id1649775416
Pandora: pandora.com/podcast/power-spike/PC:1001031198
Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/flw7cayo
iHeart: iheart.com/podcast/104246899
Come join the Last Free Nation Discord for in-depth discussion across esports: discord.gg/zeWYq4JhEU
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0:00 Rat Tap (Los Ratones Comeback)
11:35 Fraud Alert (BLG & Sentinels)
36:12 Keep or Kick (KT T1, RED LOUD, LR SHFT)
51:41 HKLKNK (LCS Debut)
1:19:15 Galaxy Brain Club (Who figured out Season 16?)
#LeagueOfLegends #PowerSpike #LosRatones #LCS #LPL #LCK #CBLOL #BLG #Sentinels #T1 #LoLMeta
